Gracious
A French diminutive form of Jeanne, which is the feminine equivalent of John. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, signifying that God has been merciful or gracious.
Less common today
Jeanette isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #264 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Golden Age Hollywood actress and singer
Award-winning English novelist
First woman to hold federal office in the United States
The brainy member of The Chipettes · Alvin and the Chipmunks
